Three trends that we’re seeing right now:
Evolving Palates
When it comes to both mid-week meal solutions and weekend date nights – many are leaning into ‘forever favourite’ cuisines like Indian, Italian,
American,Chinese, Japanese and Mexican. But as consumers grow ever more knowledgeable about cuisines, they look to restaurants and retailers to delve deeper into regional dishes, lesser known ingredients and flavour exploration.
Elevated Snacking
The old ‘three set meals a day’ formula is out;
snack-ification and ‘eat what, how and when you like’ is in! From picky bits to topped n’ loaded toast; levelled-up pastries to gourmet crisps and dip – there’s something for everyone. And restaurants are getting in on the action too, with elevated snack menus and bar food.
Evolve Health
We’re entering the era of “Radical Simplicity,” where ingredient integrity beats the calorie count. With over half of consumers ditching ultra-processed “chemistry sets” in favour of whole, natural foods, the demand for minimally processed products is skyrocketing. People aren’t just eating better; they’re investing in it, with 55% willing to pay a premium for transparency they can trust. For the food industry, the message is clear: the future of health isn’t found in a lab, but in the return to honest, recognisable food.
